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JOB DESCRIPTION

Asphalt Shuttle Buggy Operator

General Description. The Shuttle Buggy is a hot-mix asphalt transfer vehicle which separates the delivery truck and the paver to allow continuous paving through noncontact, uninterrupted delivery of material to the paver.

The shuttle operation and surge capability allows trucks to arrive, unload and return to the plant without waiting. The Shuttle Buggy provides unmatched smoothness, maximum productivity of the paving cycle and complete remixing to prevent segregation.

Key Duties

• Understand and execute paving procedures while following instructions to meet the standards of the project
• Daily maintenance (lubrication), keeping equipment clean, safe pre-start including daily fluid level checks on oil, water and fuel
• Responsible for daily maintenance of equipment to remain in proper and safe working order
• Responsible for notifying supervisor if equipment needs to be repaired
• Visual safety inspection for leaks and damage to machine before operation
• Set up various asphalt mixes
• Understand, meet and plan grade cross slope requirements
• Calculate spread rates and specifications
• Set up automatic grade controls
• Adjust and control screed for proper depth, grade and finish
• Continuously working near high volume and high speed traffic
• Shoveling and clean up
• Trouble shoot mat flows
• Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts

Qualification Requirements

• General.  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education and Experience.  This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as an Asphalt Shuttle Buggy Operator. A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.  Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees.

• Physical Demands.  The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an Asphalt Shuttle Buggy Operator to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

• Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day.  Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties.
• Ability to lift, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds and carry at least 30 pounds personally, and up to 150 pounds with assistance.
• Manual dexterity to hand-carry generators, lumber and other construction materials, forms, power tools, and hand tools.
• Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.
• Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.
• The Operator must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.

• Work Environment.  The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that an Asphalt Shuttle Buggy Operator encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project. 
• Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
• Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and ready mixed concrete.

Company Benefits

• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long Term Disability Policy
• Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay
• Company Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Maternity Leave
• Company Paid Employee/Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Medical & Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Dental Insurance
• Voluntary Short Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Term Life
• Voluntary Accident, Legal, Hospital, Critical Illness Policies
• 401(k) Plan w/Employer Match
• Annual Company Stock Purchase Opportunities
• Discount Partnerships: Verizon, Ford, Perkspot
• Health and Wellness Benefits, including Monthly Gym/Fitness Incentives

We promote a Drug-Free Workplace.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability are encouraged to apply.